Assistant Dean Center Enhancement of Teaching,Assessment,and Learning Job Elgin area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Assistant Dean of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment, and Learning

Elgin community College seeks an experienced academic leader to drive faculty development, student learning assessment, and instructional quality as a part of the college’s Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment, & Learning.

About ECC

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

Rate of Pay

This is a Full-Time Administrative position at grade 16, with an annual salary range of $73,873 to $98,497. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
Time Off with Pay
Professional Development/Expense
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FLSA Status

Exempt

Grant Funded

Job Summary

The Assistant Dean of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment, and Learning (CETAL) performs work of moderate difficulty by contributing to the planning and execution of Center's programs and resources. Work is distinguished by the ability to contribute to project and program development and management, facilitation of workshops and institutes, and one‑on‑one consultations. Direction is received by the assigned manager.

Required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Masters degree in a related teaching/learning field with a minimum of four semesters (as the instructor of record) experience teaching college‑level courses in a classroom setting and/or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Considerable knowledge of scholarship on instructional design, assessment practices, and inclusive pedagogies such as culturally responsive teaching and Universal Design for Learning.

Considerable knowledge of academic outcomes assessment methods and best practices.

Considerable knowledge of successful coaching and mentoring strategies.

Considerable skill creating and leading professional learning opportunities, such as interactive workshops or institutes, for diverse audiences with varied professional development needs.

Considerable skill working with instructional technologies such as course management systems.

Considerable skill in interpersonal interaction to be applied to a variety of individuals with differing education, ethnic and socio‑economic backgrounds.

Considerable skill in organizing work to meet established deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

Considerable skills in verbal and written communication.

Working skills in project creation, development, and management.

Working skills in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Access and Publisher.

Working skill in operating a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment as well as learning and adapting to new and updated programs and technology.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Experience teaching college‑level courses in a classroom setting at a community college.

Essential Duties

Partner with the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment and Learning Associate Dean to plan, sustain, and assess programs and initiatives that support teaching excellence (e.g., teaching workshops, multi‑day institutes, and consultations).

Develop, deliver, and evaluate individual Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment and Learning sessions that are part of Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment and Learning programs, such as, recurring workshops and events, and…

Assistant Dean Center Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment, and Learning